1.5 YEARS
Commercial Pilot License
Train for a career as a commercial pilot with advanced flight training, CESSNA 172 experience, and industry-standard navigation and safety techniques.
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Elevate Your Aviation Career
The Commercial Pilot License is the gateway to a professional career in aviation. To work for a Commercial Air Service in Canada it is required that the pilot hold the Commercial Pilot License (CPL).
Students will engage in extensive hands-on flight training, including single-engine operations operations and cross-country flights, to build the experience necessary for commercial piloting roles. Upon completion, graduates will possess the skills and certifications required to operate aircraft for compensation, opening doors to various aviation careers.
- Comprehensive training in advanced flight maneuvers and navigation techniques.
- Emphasis on safety management systems and regulatory compliance.
- Opportunities for multi-engine and cross-country flight experience.
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Career Opportunities in PILOTING
Start Your Career in Aviation
Upon completion, graduates will possess the skills and certifications required to operate aircraft for compensation, opening doors to various aviation careers.
- Commercial Airline Pilot: Operate passenger flights for regional or major airlines.
- Cargo Pilot: Transport goods and freight on scheduled or chartered flights.
- Corporate Pilot: Fly private jets for businesses or high-net-worth individuals.
Western Community College (WCC) is a Transport Canada-approved Flight Training Unit (FTU).
Why Study at Western Community College
Western Community College offers students an inclusive and vibrant learning environment, with dedicated support services to ensure your academic success and personal well-being.
- Installment-based, low tuition fee.
- Choose weekday, weekend, or evening classes to fit your schedule.
- Part-time or full-time class schedule.
- Free CLB preparation classes (*Conditions Apply).
Begin Your Path in AVIATION
Admission Requirements
Applicants for this program must provide the proof of following:
- Age: 18 years old
- A valid private pilot license (PPL)
Note: Applicants wishing to apply to StudentAid BC for financial aid must have graduated from a BC secondary school (Grade 12) or equivalent from another school system OR be a mature applicant (19 years of age on the first day of class).
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Take the next step toward your future!
Gain the skills you need for success and take the first step toward a rewarding career. Enroll today to learn essential industry knowledge, enhance your expertise, and open doors to new opportunities.
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Core Courses in Commercial Pilot License
Our curriculum is designed to equip you with the practical skills and knowledge required for a successful career in Aviation.
This program has been approved by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.
255
Total program
hours
97%
Graduate Employment Rate
| Course Name | In-Class Hours |
| Commercial Pilot airplane ground school instruction | 80 |
| Commercial Pilot License flight training in airplanes | 65 |
| Preparatory Hours | 110 |
| Total | 255 |
Program Duration
Hours: 255
Weeks Full-Time: 52
Fee Structure
Tuition & Financing Headline
We offer competitive tuition rates and flexible financing options to make your education at Western Community College both accessible and affordable.
Notes:
- The estimated cost of the program is based on the minimum flight hours required by Transport Canada and includes projected fuel charges for those hours. If additional training is needed to meet licensing requirements, it will be billed separately at the current WCC Flight School rates, along with a fuel surcharge of $50 per additional flight hour.
- Please note that all program fees and fuel charges are subject to change without prior notice. We recommend that prospective students contact WCC Flight School to confirm the most current pricing before completing their enrollment.
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